At the heart of Disney’s live-action “Mulan” is the unflinching resilience of China and its people — a theme director Niki Caro feels is “particularly poignant right now” amid the coronavirus outbreak.

“At this difficult time, we hope that Mulan’s spirit continues to inspire around the world,” Caro said, sending love to China ahead of the screening at the film’s Los Angeles premiere Monday night at the Dolby Theatre. “You are a living testament to Mulan and … bring honor to us all.” read more…

The upcoming Cambodia-set thriller Hunters in the Dark, based on English writer Lawrence Osborne’s acclaimed novel of the same name, has unveiled several key additions to its starring cast.

Hong Kong American actor Tzi Ma, co-star of Disney’s upcoming Mulan, and Ellen Wong, best known for Netflix’s Glow, have both boarded the project. Actress Elodie Yung, familiar to Marvel fans for her performance as Elektra in Netflix’s Daredevil and The Defenders, also has joined the film. They will co-star alongside Alex Pettyfer (Magic Mike, I Am Number Four), who was previously announced as the film’s lead. (more…)